Building Community through Spheres of Influence

Harriet Lewis, PhD, MPA, Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of Konesens Development, a boutique consultancy that supports equity and inclusions through various training and support initiatives will lead a workshop in which participants will explore how to use their spheres of influence to build bridges of understanding and inclusion.

Dr. Lewis has worked in research, community, and economic development spaces for over 25 years conducting business and tourism research studies and leading organizations that served women, refugees, youth, and small business owners, including an international volunteer association and a chamber of commerce.  More importantly, she has led teams through staffing transitions and client opportunities that resulted in greater inclusion, stronger teams, and increased access to services for marginalized people.

Dr. Lewis has an academic background in communications, public administration, philanthropy, social policy, and planning. She is a member of multiple business associations; is the United Nations Representative for the Nigerian NGO; New Era Educational and Charitable Support Foundation; and serves as the Honorary Consul for the Republic of Cabo Verde to the State of Illinois.

This event is sponsored by AAUW Naperville Area and is open to the public.

All current Illinois Covid Protocols will be followed.